Gaza Under Attack: Over 15 Palestinians Martyred and 5 Journalists Killed in 24 Hours
The conflict in Gaza has taken a devastating turn, with more than 15 Palestinians martyred and over 5 journalists killed in a span of just 24 hours. The latest escalation in violence has resulted in the deaths of at least five journalists, bringing the total number of media personnel killed to 158 since the war began on October 7.
Journalists Killed in the Line of Duty
The five journalists who lost their lives in the past 24 hours include Amjad Jahjouh, Rizq Abu Ashkian, Wafa Abu Dabaan, Saadi Madoukh, and Ahmed Sukkar. Jahjouh and Abu Ashkian were from the Palestine Media Agency, while Abu Dabaan was affiliated with the Islamic University Radio in Gaza. Madoukh and Sukkar were killed in a separate incident in the Daraj neighborhood of Gaza City.
Attacks on Civilian Infrastructure
The Israeli military has been accused of targeting civilian infrastructure, including a UN-run school that was attacked on Saturday, leaving 75 people injured. The strike on the school has been described as “absolute chaos,” with doctors treating children on the floor. The attack on the school comes after an Israeli airstrike on a UN-run displacement shelter in the Nuseirat camp, which left several people dead and injured.
Humanitarian Crisis Unfolds
The conflict in Gaza has led to a humanitarian crisis, with over 38,098 people killed and 87,700 injured since October 7. The Gaza Ministry of Health has reported that 87 people were killed in the past 48 hours alone, with the number of casualties expected to rise.
International Community Urged to Act
The international community has been urged to intervene and put an end to the violence in Gaza. The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has called for an end to the “longstanding pattern of impunity” in cases of journalists killed by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). The CPJ has also expressed concern over the targeting of journalists, which is considered a war crime under international law.
Conclusion
The situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, with innocent civilians, including journalists, paying the price for the ongoing conflict. The international community must act swiftly to bring an end to the violence and ensure the safety of all individuals in the region. The targeting of journalists and civilian infrastructure is a clear violation of human rights and international law, and those responsible must be held accountable.